Job Title: Deputy Director
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours and place of work: Full time, 40 hours a week with paid lunch breaks
Working hours: Standard hours are 10 – 6pm, however we have a flexible approach to working from home and the role will require working occasional evenings and Saturdays.
Salary: £34,000 – 36,000, depending on experience
Ideal Start date: Week commencing 23 October 2023, subject to candidate notice period and/or other projects and commitments.
Application deadline: 11am, 12 September
Introduction to Peer
Peer, situated in Hoxton, East London, is a not-for-profit contemporary art space. Our initiatives revolve around artists, local communities, and young people, showcasing a vibrant array of exhibitions, talks, events, and offsite projects. Spanning over 24 years, Peer’s experimental approach has collaborated with artists like Chris Ofili, Mike Nelson, and more.
Application Process
To apply, please submit a written statement (max two pages A4) or an audio/video presentation detailing how you meet the Deputy Director role’s specifications. Also, attach a CV highlighting your skills and experience. Complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form available for download on our website. Send your application to recruitment@peeruk.org with the subject “Deputy Director” followed by your name.
Deadline and Interviews
Applications close at 11am on September 12, 2023. Notifications will be sent by September 18. Interviews are scheduled for September 26.
Role Overview
The Deputy Director supports Peer’s operational management, focusing on financial management, fundraising, and organizational efficiency. The role encompasses:
Management and Compliance
- Efficient daily administration and business plan management.
- Ensuring compliance with legal obligations and policies.
- Promoting best practices and environmental responsibility.
Operations
- Overseeing building operations, health & safety, and maintenance.
- Managing administrative systems, including HR and intern recruitment.
- Supervising the Gallery and Communications Assistant.
Governance
- Administering board meetings and annual submissions to regulatory bodies.
- Ensuring adherence to governance standards and environmental actions.
Finance
- Managing budgets, producing management accounts, and handling finances.
- Collaborating with the Bookkeeper and external accountant.
Fundraising and Management of Funds
- Developing and implementing fundraising strategies.
- Managing relationships with funders, identifying new funding sources.
- Drafting funding applications and ensuring compliance with funding bodies.
Required Skills
- Minimum 2 years of financial experience, including budgeting.
- Familiarity with UK arts funding and fundraising.
- Experience in statutory accounts preparation.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe on Mac.
Equal Opportunities and Monitoring
Peer is committed to diversity and inclusion. Encouraging applications from underrepresented groups. Our selection process includes written applications and panel interviews. Equal opportunity form submission is optional and confidential.
Conditions and Benefits
- Full-time permanent contract.
- Flexible hours and working from home options.
- Training, mentoring, and benefits included.
Data Protection
Application data will be securely stored and retained for up to six months. Any applications post-deadline will be immediately destroyed.
